Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Province of Siena, Tuscany

March 2, 2022 Madelene Haan

The Province of Siena (Italian: Provincia di Siena) is a province in the Tuscany region of Italy. Its capital is the city of Siena.
Restaurants in Province of Siena

1. Guardastelle Vineyard

Localita Sovestro, 53037, San Gimignano Italy +39 0577 907209 [email protected] http://www.guardastelle.com/wine_tasting_cellar_tour_san_gimignano.html
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5.0 based on 694 reviews

Guardastelle Vineyard

Welcome in our house! Walking distance from San Gimignano, one of the most important towns of Tuscany, during the wine tour you'll discover a part of Tuscany that few people knows. You'll understand how is the countrylife in this part of the world. Please check our website for detailed info and email us for reservation and/or questions and special requests. We wait to welcome you, as private or group. Reservation required to tour the farm.

Reviewed By 301karimam

We were so well taken care of by Fausto and Rikkaa. This is a family owned vineyard that makes some incredible wines. We had a great stay here for 2 nights and wished we had booked longer. Fausto helped us with everything from making reservations to recommending masseuses and restaurants. Rikkaa is very well versed sommelier who gave us great winery recommendations as well. However, with all the wines we tried in the region, we liked Guardastelle's wine the best and already bought 6 bottles shipped home!

2. Fattoria Il Piano

Localita Montauto San Gimignano - 15 minutes, 53037, San Gimignano Italy +39 320 631 4655 [email protected] http://ilpianowines.com
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5.0 based on 206 reviews

Fattoria Il Piano

Come and relax in the fresh air with social distancing with our wines and good food.The vineyards and winery have been lovingly tended by the Carlesi-Zucconi family since 1973. Begin with a stroll through the vines on your guided tour of one of this region's most traditional wineries. See how we make and mature our wines in the underground cantina; then afterwards relax with breathtaking views of San Gimignano and the surrounding bucolic Tuscan countryside while enjoying our premier wines accompanied by local cuisine.

Reviewed By mlamp2013 - Medina, United States

YOU have got to go see this winery/vineyard!!! It is the BEST...and David is wonderful. You can really tell that he cares about wine/food/people. It is an awesome tour of the vineyard and family chapel and then you are served a WONDERFUL lunch! We had about 1.5 hours before checking into our AirBnB, and David let us just stay outside, having some wine and enjoying the Tuscany sun. It was wonderful!!! We bought 2 bottles of his DELICIOUS wine. If you are anywhere near San Gimignano, don't miss this vineyard. It is the BEST!!!!

3. Podere Il Cocco

Podere IL COCCO, Località Villa a Tolli, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 347 080 9712 [email protected] http://www.ilcocco.it
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5.0 based on 390 reviews

Podere Il Cocco

Small organic family business that produces wine, olive oil and grappa. Our services are only by reservation: wine tasting, and restaurant can be booked every day , except sunday. Please contact us at least 24 hours in advantage. We are three brothers and one sister and to provide the best service to our guests we need a reservation because we can not be available in any moment of the day. We will be glad to host you . Have a nice day. Giacomo, Domitilla, Stefano and Ettore

Reviewed By saamram

My husband and I visited Il Cocco in 2016, as part of a 10 day trip to Italy. We had an amazing experience, and loved their wines. We recently ordered a case of their wine, as we had finished the last of the case we ordered while we were visiting, and want to support this amazing family business during a time of need. The ordering process for shipping a case was extremely easy over email and used Paypal to pay, and Giacomo was very helpful in getting everything sorted out. We can't wait until our case of wine arrives!

4. Torre e Casa Campatelli

Via San Giovanni 15, 53037, San Gimignano Italy +39 0577 941419 [email protected] http://www.fondoambiente.it/luoghi/torre-e-casa-campatelli?utm_source=social&utm_medium=tripadvisor&utm_campaign=campatelli
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5.0 based on 244 reviews

Torre e Casa Campatelli

Located in San Gimignano, Campatelli is an 18th-century building that features one of the town’s famous medieval towers. The residence of a high-ranking family in the 19th and 20th centuries, Casa Campatelli reconstructs - through its fornitures, decor, paintings and private mementos - the ambience and history of a traditional Tuscan family and society of a bygone age, set against the background of 1000 years of history, recounted with sophisticated digital technology that encapsulates the origin of the legend of San Gimignano, givin visitors a deeper insight unto the town.

Reviewed By g0rd0n250 - San Gimignano, Italy

It is well worth visiting this house early on if you are visiting san Gimignano for the first time- and don’t miss the excellent video presentation. This gives a brief insight into the history of both the house and the town and helps put much of what you see later ( such as the frescoes in the duomo) into context.

5. Icario Winery

Via delle Pietrose 2, 53045, Montepulciano Italy +39 0578 758845 [email protected] http://www.icario.it
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5.0 based on 120 reviews

Icario Winery

Reviewed By GlobalWanderer11 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We thoroughly recommend Icario, both for the wine and the experience. The wine tasting with Lucia was informative and a lot of fun (even in these dark days of COVID). The winery and grounds are beautiful and the passion of the owners towards wine-making is evident. You should definitely include this winery in your itinerary while in Montepulciano.

6. Mate Winery

Podere il Colombaio Località Santa Restituta, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 847215 [email protected] http://www.matewine.com/
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5.0 based on 171 reviews

Mate Winery

Reservations are required for winery tours and tastings. Please contact us via email or the phone number above. The Etruscan celebration of life--beauty, food, and wine--is alive today on the Mate family's boutique wine estate. Twenty years ago, Ferenc and Candace Mate, author and painter, fell in love with an abandoned 13th century friary--its romantic tower, courtyard, and two private hills. Within its 28 hectares of Mediterranean woods were fragrant fields of wild herbs. They planted vineyards on Etruscan-built terraces and in seven fields of varying altitudes, expositions and subsoils. For each site, they carefully chose a grape varietal, rootstock, and clones. In marl, mineral-rich shale and tufaceous soil--all abundant in calcareous fossils of a primordial ocean bottom--vines planted to a high density, forced their roots deep through varied layers, enhancing the grapes' flavors and perfumes. The Mate's hand-made wines, from organically grown, carefully selected grapes, are internationally acclaimed.

Reviewed By Telf22

We enjoyed our second visit to Mate as much as our first visit 4 years earlier. A beautiful vineyard with amazing views and most importantly great wine. We would highly recommend a visit when in Tuscany. Jessica was an excellent host too. Hopefully we will have the chance to return for a third time!

7. Poggio Amorelli

Localita Poggio Amorelli, 53011, Castellina In Chianti Italy +39 0577 741373 [email protected] http://www.famigliamazzarrini.it
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5.0 based on 749 reviews

Poggio Amorelli

FAMILY PASSION The strength to realize a dream Through the dream and the work of Marco Mazzarrini , Tuscan oenologist and agronomist to Castellina in Chianti in the farm Poggio Amorelli the Famiglia Mazzarrini prodution brand was born, serving high-quality wines bottled at the source, made following the ancient tradition of Tuscan chianti in a territory naturally predisposed to select vineyards. From the vine to the bottle, everything embodies the strong values of a family that, with infinite passion and great technical expertise, expresses, in its wine, the truth of a place, its people, and its culture.

Reviewed By timfmonson

My wife and I visited for our honeymoon and absolutely loved this experience. Great wine and balsamic (we still order a case stateside when we can), great staff and the brothers were charming and informative. Plus, beautiful views of Tuscany. HIGHLY recommend when you’re in Italy.

8. Podere La Marronaia- Sosta Alle Colonne

Via Martiri di Citerna 2 Podere le Colonne, 53037, San Gimignano Italy +39 0577 907265 [email protected] http://www.marronaia.com
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5.0 based on 647 reviews

Podere La Marronaia- Sosta Alle Colonne

Podere la Marronaia, a family story behind a bottle. Podere la Marronaia is a small familyrunned farm involved in the biodynamic method of cultivation of grapes and olives. Podere la Marronaia produces white, red and rosè wines and extra virgin olive oil. Wine and olive oil tastings are possible as well as farm visit.

Reviewed By durango2x - Wall Township, United States

the experience was wonderful, the staff(( Family ) wine tasting fresh homemade food , the charming family dogs , all perfect ….would recommend to family and friends …..Can't wait to go back

9. Castiglion del Bosco Winery

Localita Castiglion del Bosco, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 191 3750 [email protected] http://wine.castigliondelbosco.com
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5.0 based on 311 reviews

Castiglion del Bosco Winery

Tuscany is a region whose countryside never ceases to amaze for its captivating beauty. Castiglion del Bosco also knows how to charm. Castiglion del Bosco’s winery is one of Tuscany’s most noteworthy estates and a leading Brunello producer. We will introduce you to our wine culture through an exclusive selection of private tours and tastings guided by our expert staff. Tours are arranged by reservation only and are the perfect choice for guest seeking a unique wine experience in Tuscany.

Reviewed By NoamS377

Though it was time of corona, in between waves, the winery was open for pre-booked visits. The winery us stunning and situates in a beautiful surroundings. Marco, my host, was wonderful, patient and professional and did his utmost to make me feel at home as well as protected and safe. Wines are extraordinary and the story behind the winery and winemaker is awesome.

10. Fattoria di Montemaggio

Localita Montemaggio 58, 53017, Radda in Chianti Italy +39 0577 738323 [email protected] http://www.montemaggio.com
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5.0 based on 264 reviews

Fattoria di Montemaggio

Fattoria di Montemaggio is a small organic family run winery that specialises on the production of the wine of the highest quality. All Montemaggio's products are made with utmost care for the nature. In order to show our customers our work and the way we may our wines, we invite everyone to come and visit Montemaggio to see the whole wine making process and taste all the wines as well.

Reviewed By liubapaladi93 - The Hague, The Netherlands

It was an amazing experience with a wonderful staff. All the people was friendly and at the end they recommended us a pleasant place for lunch. The wine tour was very informative and with a lot of wine degustation, we tasted everything and it was very delicious.

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